If you’ve been following the education developments in Maharashtra, you might have heard about the recent discussions around language learning in schools.
The state’s proposal to introduce Hindi as a third language from Class 1 sparked a range of responses. Some parents raised concerns, schools sought clarity, and educators shared varied perspectives. In response, the government has currently decided to put the plan on hold.
Maharashtra’s Hindi as Third Language in Class 1 Policy On Hold
On 29 June, 2025, Hon. Chief Minister Shri. Devendra Fadnavis officially announced the cancellation of two decisions:
- The government resolution (GR) issued on 16 April mandating Hindi from Class 1, and
- A follow-up notification from 17 June reinforcing the three-language policy.
The reason? Widespread feedback and concerns about implementing a third language—in Class 1 particularly in Marathi and English medium schools affiliated with the Maharashtra State Board.
However, this doesn’t mean the idea of a three-language policy has been set aside. In fact, it remains under consideration.
Formation of a Committee for Studying the Trilingual Formula in NEP, 2020
To explore the idea further, an expert committee has been formed.
On 30 June, 2025, the government issued a fresh notification announcing the formation of a new committee led by noted educationist Hon. Dr. Narendra Jadhav.
This panel has been given three months to deep-dive into the issue and recommend a clear, actionable policy for implementing the three-language formula in Maharashtra’s schools.
They’ll also refer to the earlier recommendations of Hon. Dr. Raghunath Mashelkar Committee, which had explored similar territory during the introduction of NEP, 2020.
So What Exactly Will The Maharashtra Three-Language Policy Committee Do?
They will study multiple angles mentioned below:
- From which standard should a third language be introduced?
- How should it be implemented?
- What can we learn from other states that have adopted the National Education Policy, 2020 (NEP 2020)?
And most importantly: What’s best for the students?
What’s Next?
The panel is expected to submit its report within three months. Post that, the government will take a call—based on practical insights, research, and feedback from stakeholders across the education system.
Source
Official Government Decision by Maharashtra School Education and Sports Department, 30 June, 2025: click here to read.
Kindly note that any and all information is subject to change as per the Maharashtra School Education and Sports Department, Education Ministry, and Government of India.
